Cost of Living in Wheaton, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
57.5
100 = national avg
-42.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$25,318
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$59,842
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing50.4
Food72.9
Transportation45.9
Healthcare78.3
Utilities73.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$677
per month
2 Bedroom
$888
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wheaton is 57.5, which is 42.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 50.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $25,318 per year to cover basic expenses.